Temp to Hire Senior Grants Accountant - Ledgent Finance & Accounting

A growing nonprofit organization in the Baltimore City area is seeking a contract to hire senior grants accountant

Responsibilities:

• Manage the financial aspects of grants, including budget development, forecasting, and tracking expenses.
• Ensure compliance with grant regulations and reporting requirements.
• Work closely with program managers and grant writers to develop accurate budgets and ensure adherence to grant guidelines.
• Process accounts payable and manage expense allocations for grant-funded programs.
• Review and analyze grant expenditures to ensure accuracy and proper coding.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to grantors on a timely basis.
• Participate in the audit process and provide necessary documentation and support.
• Monitor revenue and expenses for grant-funded programs and identify any discrepancies or variances.
• Utilize Excel and other financial software to analyze data and create reports.
• Stay updated on changes in grant regulations and communicate any updates to relevant staff members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in grant accounting and management.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and government regulations related to grants.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and other financial software.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with grant audits and providing documentation and support.
• Detail-oriented and able to maintain accuracy while working under tight deadlines.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.